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YT55 SUA

2005 Fiat Punto

Yellow Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

95,767 mi
Last recorded95,767 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Fiat Punto54,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT55 SUA
MakeFiat
ModelPunto
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 95,767 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 92,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join from centre pipe to rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to inner wheel arch. strong advise (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear bumper mounting corroded

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill to inner wheel arch. strong advise (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bumper mounting corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 92,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join from centre pipe to rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to inner wheel arch. strong advise (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear bumper mounting corroded

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill to inner wheel arch. strong advise (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bumper mounting corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 88,418 miles

gearbox oil leak

rear tyres signs of perishing

Fail 22 Sep 2020 88,405 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front lower wishbone bushes signs of wear

gearbox oil leak

rear tyres signs of perishing

Pass 5 Apr 2019 78,694 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 74,076 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2017 66,701 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 60,577 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 54,472 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 54,472 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 48,818 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 43,004 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 38,777 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 34,758 miles

Front discs worn/rusty.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 29,764 miles

front tyres sltghtly worn on edges

Pass 28 Aug 2009 24,692 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 19,478 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear seatbelts not tested, seats folded down

Fail 18 Aug 2008 19,478 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear seatbelts not tested, seats folded down

How Reliable is the Fiat Punto?

Based on 6,712,102 MOT tests across 579,551 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,424
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
579,551
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 377,326
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231,791
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 192,244
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186,022
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 146,383
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YT55 SUA is a 2005 Fiat Punto in Yellow with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Fiat Punto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 54,210 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Punto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 377,326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YT55 SUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Punto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Fiat Punto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YT55 SUA registered?

YT55 SUA is a 2005 Fiat Punto, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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